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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2000 · 1,900 cc

V56 SJOMOT history

V56 SJO is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Feb 2000. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 197,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

V56 SJO black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
197,121 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V56 SJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
9 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V56 SJO was last recorded at 197,121 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,086 miles · 24 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
5,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,121 miles
  • 2025 – 185,841 miles
  • 2024 – 175,734 miles
  • 2023 – 170,606 miles
  • 2022 – 164,310 miles
  • 2021 – 155,053 miles
  • 2020 – 149,540 miles
  • 2019 – 142,920 miles
  • 2018 – 137,973 miles
  • 2017 – 137,071 miles
  • 2016 – 135,923 miles
  • 2015 – 134,955 miles
  • 2014 – 133,064 miles
  • 2013 – 129,537 miles
  • 2012 – 126,198 miles
  • 2011 – 120,985 miles
  • 2010 – 115,404 miles
  • 2009 – 108,467 miles
  • 2008 – 102,098 miles
  • 2007 – 96,227 miles
  • 2006 – 89,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,121 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Exhaust fumes entering cabin

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,121 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    197,121 miles
    Test number
    456922467243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail197,086 miles (+11,245)1 dangerous10 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,086 miles
    Test number
    363344635685
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases C.a.t (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass185,841 miles (+10,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    185,841 miles
    Test number
    171542337850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass175,734 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    175,734 miles
    Test number
    876780889795
    • AdvisoryThe rear exhaust silencer mount has been welded back together but is really weak and will break off shortly

  5. Fail175,697 miles (+5,091)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,697 miles
    Test number
    985484949226
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass170,606 miles (+15)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    170,606 miles
    Test number
    680117016187
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear to front pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail170,591 miles (+6,281)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,591 miles
    Test number
    491165372541
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear to front pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass164,310 miles (+9,257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    164,310 miles
    Test number
    201904029030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass155,053 miles (+18)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    155,053 miles
    Test number
    479264274230
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail155,035 miles (+5,495)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,035 miles
    Test number
    822473063580
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Boost pipe disconnected
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass149,540 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    149,540 miles
    Test number
    610678262444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail149,536 miles (+6,616)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,536 miles
    Test number
    382836124313
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass142,920 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    142,920 miles
    Test number
    535842661253
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail142,920 miles (+4,947)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,920 miles
    Test number
    901590781716
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass137,973 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    137,973 miles
    Test number
    852772887381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail137,973 miles (+902)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,973 miles
    Test number
    903915945386
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass137,071 miles (+1,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    137,071 miles
    Test number
    825936441288
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass135,923 miles (+968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    135,923 miles
    Test number
    808337979299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Pass134,955 miles (+1,891)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    134,955 miles
    Test number
    548944715069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass133,064 miles (+3,527)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    133,064 miles
    Test number
    437577154016
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass129,537 miles (+3,339)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    129,537 miles
    Test number
    456350663066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass126,198 miles (+5,213)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    126,198 miles
    Test number
    298758432013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass120,985 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    120,985 miles
    Test number
    738858141005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail120,985 miles (+5,581)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,985 miles
    Test number
    768638241098
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass115,404 miles (+6,937)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    115,404 miles
    Test number
    623466850033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass108,467 miles (+6,369)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    108,467 miles
    Test number
    914419259024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass102,098 miles (+5,871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    102,098 miles
    Test number
    784771668064
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass96,227 miles (+6,550)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    96,227 miles
    Test number
    760152157039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass89,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    89,677 miles
    Test number
    510669256044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V56 SJO

Does V56 SJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V56 SJO is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V56 SJO?
The MOT on V56 SJO is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V56 SJO done?
V56 SJO was recorded at 197,121 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 5,201 miles a year.
Has V56 SJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V56 SJO has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V56 SJO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V56 SJO find?
V56 SJO passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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